May I say I love your channel and I love the fact that you own a 1984 Corvette. I had a 1998 Vette with many many electrical problems and now that I own a 1984 with only 59000 miles on it the thing runs as reliable as a mid 90s Honda Civic with just normal wear and tear stuff. Very reliable car
I have the renegade and it does give you the extra hp and you could install 2 inch throttle bodies. And adjust timing to 10 and make the fuel pressure adjustable and bump it up to 15 psi
After blowing up the perfectly good rebuilt Engine . Because of the crossfire 2 throttle body intake . I took it apart , the heads are made 4 m.p.g. not h.p. small valves and low compression . The engine was destroyed rod through the block . Money waisted big cam pop up pistons every thing Crossfire w / small valves choked the life out of it .
Dude great stuff. As someone who's been in your position financially for a while, it can be frustrating to try to bankroll things when you only work summers. I'd recommend just enjoying it stock as much as you can, making a plan and budget, and budget for breakdowns.
@@jfisch save it 4 when it breaks down , and it will . They all do if u keep it long enuf . Why spend money on stuff that u don't need . Save it 4 when it really needs something . That would be the best time to make upgrades and make it faster . I Got this 84 10 years ago and it had been rebuilt bored out heads milled ported , cam lifters you mame it . It still had the crossfire . I always had problems with the problems whole fuel system and computer controlled everything . U could be one of the lucky ones that don't have those issues .A lot of guys and girls say that it was a great car dependable and reliable . All say that they wish they never sold it . They smile when they talk about it and get sad when they talk about when they sold it " the best car they ever had . Worst then that the ones that wrecked there's . I'v dun that and let my tell it really sucks . So learn how to drive it the way it was designed
All out sideways around corners wide open at the light next to one of those new mustang's u see all over . The next time u see one i of them old rich dudes in there new Vette's . a nother car that u see every 15 min. Smoke Him too , U will , Because he won't even race he's too worried about protecting his investment . He gets pleasure out of just sitting and smelling the new comfortable seats . He spends most of his Vet. Time washing cleaning and detailing . That's O.K. Too , try to keep it like brand new . Whenever I go to the local cars show we all park together . All Corvettes right up front . I meet a lot of Corvette guys and see old friends . Unless they've never seen new Vet. they walk right past the new one and check out My custom Corvette to see what I did to it and complement on all the mods that were Done Right .
Go easier on yourself. You're not as stupid on engine knowledge as you think. Admitting that you don't know is an admirable trait. It let's viewers know that you're not bullshitting them. Keep with it and you'll keep learning.
Thanks. I was never able to get a good intake and I'm only home from college every few weeks so I don't really have time for the car. I just drive it as much as I can when I'm home. Maybe something will get done this summer.
Sorry for too much information I forgot where i was at . I'm on new crazy pain meds for a motorcycle accident . You guys R just looking for a little more power for your street rod . I am a retired Race Car Driver . i crashed the R.C. it had a fresh engine super stock , 500 hp. When i needed a Engine 4 the vet I put it in . It was a lot of work lots of money and I probably wouldn't do it again . I have too much time and $ in it to ever sell it .Its like I'm married to it . It's a love hate relationship . I restor and rebuild Corvettes oun s few and work on them 4 fun lol . the 84 is a Beast , Hard to handle if any body doesn't like a 84 I will show them what's up.. it ran great with the crossfire . Now it's a crazy too fast hot rod . It uses up lots of gas and money .I havev to work on it all the time . Like some one said the most important thing is to have fun , hell ya it's fun .
You are on the right track with most of what you want to do, the intake on the 84 was the biggest problem the heads were next, both didn't flow much passed 4,000 rpms. As for the renagade intake be careful about where you get it make sure about the return policy as DCS no longer makes them and who ever is making them now have a hit and miss quality from what i hear. The heads are 624 castings and are 76cc not 74. But any way there are plenty of after market heads to choose from nowadays so research, research, research before you buy. I think the cam you've picked is a little smaller then what I'd run but would be fine if you use 1.6 rockers. The first mod you should make is the fuel pump, use the 85 and bump up the fuel pressure to 14psi then set your timing to 12 degrees advanced. You will notice a difference with that alone.. have fun and try not to spend to much money...lol
Thank you so much for the info. I'm on several C4 forums on Facebook and have done more research online and everyone is saying the same thing you are. Thank you for not being one of those idiots who has no idea what they are talking about and saying I should just carb swap it.
What would be the point of having crossfire corvette if they put a carburetor on it? With the right parts and a little know how, they can run with any c4 out there. The crossfire corvette is worth more if kept that way. It's getting harder and harder to find one untouched. I have two myself and wouldn't trade them for anything newer just because of the cool factor. It's like telling someone that they should put a honda motor on their harley cuz it's faster..lol good luck and have fun.
Timothy Thomas exactly. It always hurts a little when I see someone ask how to do a carb swap. The Crossfire may not be the greatest injection system in the world but it can get to 350 hp on a top end rebuild which is all I’ll ever need.
Timothy Thomas I own an 84’ Vette aswell with 95k miles and i was wondering about making alittle more power without spending much more than 500.00 at the moment. i already have a manifold back magnaflow system but i have been hearing about using a better fuel pump? it would be great if you could provide a link to one and leave any other tips for making alittle power without going over 500.00 by too much. many thanks!
@@Hydra_Daily I just used a pump from a 85, you'll need to replace the plug at the pump it's different. Then bump up the fuel pressure to 14lbs then advance the timing to around 12 degrees. That's the easiest and cheapest, now it won't make much more then what it has now, but it should run smoother with better throttle response. The intake is the main problem with the crossfire, it doesn't flow. If you can port the intake great, if not i wouldn't pay someone to do it for you cost would be more then buying a renegade. You could pick up around 10 to 15hp with a hogged out factory intake or up to 25 or 30 with the renagade. I always tell people research before you do anything major, knowing how to do something yourself is always the cheapest. P.S. you could change the rocker arms from 1.5 to 1.6 also.
I am thinking about getting my hands on a 1984 corvette automatic equipped transmission it doesn't matter the color. Thanks for the list of performance parts when I get me one hopefully the middle of this summer. That way I can cruise the remainder of the summer all the way till the end of the fall with some music blasting and my hair blowing around or as much as a 44 year old man can have. P.S I have more hair than my little brother and my older brother they are balding really bad ha ha ha 😂
Haha that sounds great. After the past few months with my 4+3 I'd go with an auto as well. Maybe have a shift kit or a Hurst shifter put in it and it'd really be fun. One thing about this video is that it's a bit old and the Renegade isn't currently in production because the foundry was making bad units. You'll either be looking at waiting who knows how long, porting a stock intake, or switching injection systems.
It hasn't broke down yet and it always fires right up so it's probably here to stay unless a money tree grows in my backyard and I can afford a nice LS swap.
Glad it was useful. Since I made the video I found out that the ports on the cylinder heads shouldn't be larger than 185cc unless you're going to a 383 stroker.
I was always told i cant "MOD" my 84 out side of a chip which it has ive had the car for 10 years now and never really looked into this stuff have i beem getting bad info any one throw me some parts i could biy to put on it or somethings id absolutely love to have a little push in this old girl
I'd look at Corvette Forum for mod information. There's a lot of different info but once you're able to sort through it, you'll know what's right for you. Here's a link I have bookmarked on my browser. www.corvetteforum.com/forums/c3-tech-performance/4113213-cross-fire-cam-and-head-with-renegade-intake-opinions.html
@@suzukiryder7751 Isn't that what the chip is 4 the problem is getting fuel . 4 all the money u guys are talking about spending . Could used some where else making it handle better is more fun too. I put a Eddlebrock intake and Holly carb 4 around $500 . No chip ,no computer. No electronic fule injection .no pollution controls No catalytic converter no🚫AC🚫radeo🚫crossfire 🚫m.p.g.🚫💵💰
@@eddaytona9629 yea but nobody wants to put a carb on it. The stock fuel pump is not gunna pump past 13-14 psi and at 100% duty cycle its gunna burn up. Its not about the money its about having fun i dont give a shit if i end up spending 3000$ on this motor im not gunna put a carb on it just cause i can i already have a another car that has one i dont need 2, If i was gunna change anything like that it would be a different computer. Id imagine a few people here would agree it may cost more but thats not the point. Its about having fun and learning on a motor that people said u couldn't do nothing with the stock computer well many people have proven them wrong. I may have come across a bit rude and i do apologize for that i dont mean to be its just theres nothing wrong with the car its just the computer really and were just trying to make it better but keep it CFI.
You could have the Doug Nash 4+3 on the 84-88 and then they brought in the 6 speed in 89. The 4+3 is good as long as you maintain the overdrive. If you don't do that you'll run into some expensive repairs a according to the forums. 😂
Don't quote me on years and exactly what is what unless it's really important critical technical get a 2ns. Opinion always . 1968 was the first C3 Vt. It has the same as frame as Earlier models just the new Body style . Kind of like 84 but they had good engine's back then . Pretty much the same block and crank w,/flat top or pop up pistons . The heads had bigger valves , Port's , and more compression . The cam had higher lift and. Duration - stay open longer . Same with exhaust . Get more in then get it out quick . That was stock . About 100 horse + Vets had options for more if u spend the $ . They had a 327 with 375,hp. That would wind up quick . Some guys shift at 8,000rpm that makes factory ratings mis leading if they say ,300hp @5,000rpm .what is it at 8,ooo? If you had the Big bucks u could get a ,396, 427,or 454 depending on the year . Like 500 H.P. stock . Those are the cars that bring the most $ . I saw one in a barn it is a 1969 , 427 , 3 - 2,barel carbs 4 speed black and beautiful chiomb side pipes , convertible . ,,5,000 miles . He never drives it , it's just parked in the barn , Yes it is worth a lot of $ but what a shame kinda sad , my favorite car of all Time's Parked .To each his oun . There are a lot of 84's put a way like that with no miles . They trailer them to car shows and park then ? Just hang out and talk about it to any body that will listen . If thats what u want to do ok . I enjoy driving them . I allmost forgot I think u were saying that 84 first C4 is worth more? keep it original? History? The 68 stingray first year is Not as desirable as a , 69 . They Always have issues with the first year Just like ours . I wish it was worth a lot more money too . But if it was way too high priced I might not be able to afford it. I'm not one of them matching numbers guys . I Sold a 75 C3 ,4 speed . The guy asked me if the trans is matching #? . It was like 6" off the ground . I told him that i think it is , crawl under it and look if U want, Who is going to look and see,#™? 😯 Who Cares ?#$?
getting an 84 on Thursday for a Christmas present for myself. Def going to mod it. so its been 5 years how did everything go with your mods and did you go through with it?
Well funny story I never got to do any of the mods. The Renegade intake was pulled from production so that put a halt to things. Also going to college and not being home haha. There's a lot of guys with heavily modified CFI motors on corvetteforum.com . My username there is James C4.
@@jfisch I think i am going to start with the first 5 mods people do on a couple videos new air filter removed the smog canister and stuff like that. then i might get into the more complex stuff later basically do the 50 horsepower upgrade for around 500 bucks the new chip and stuff
@@justinbabula6730 the hypertech chips don't do much. Some guys on the forums got slower with them. I'd recommend the EBL Flash 2. Mine just came in. Got it from xfireperformance.com . It's time consuming to learn but definitely worth being able to tune on your laptop. Tons of info on the forums.
@@jfisch i just got the car in my front yard sucks that its winter. I am going to start ordering parts tomorrow and i can afford to do 800 bucks a month the least. starting with the inside and working out because i don't want new parts like suspension to rust before its done doing interior first then painting it then doing everything on the out side
I got a 84 corvette as well with a 90s style body in it message me if anyone is selling parts lol I could use all the help I could get to rebuild it brand new again
Hey I own an 84 too. I got it when I was 15 now I’m almost 19. Do you have Instagram or something? I can tell you some mods I have done and will be doing.
You know they say, you cant fix "stupid"---- so unless you want to turn out like boy racer down the street with the winged honda prelude--- your gonna want to become "An Engine Nerd" as you put it and start learning your shit. Buy any pos 350 on craiglist and take it apart. Soooo many free videos on engine building. You have a good head on your shoulders and your young. Watch the movie "Hotrod 1979" --- and soon you'll realize--- you may have been born into the godawful millennial-hood... but you don't have to live it. Hell, if you start now, by the time your 30- your car will probably be running like mine. Just don't knock up any bitches! ;)
Engine mods? Just don't. You're throwing money down a pit. Keep the car running and drivable until you can afford to ditch the SBC for an LS. A junkyard 5.3 will cost less than the Renegade intake alone and out-power the L83, dead stock.
@@jfisch Not kidding. Giving you pearls of wisdom here. I have an '85 L98 car. Throwing money at a 230hp motor like mine for performance reasons is a total waste. Now... a 5.3 or a 6.0 LS with some time searching for the right parts and some learning will reward you nicely on a dollar/hp basis, and at the end of the day you will have a much, much faster car.
Renegade intake,$550,comp cam 252ah $200, fuel pressure 14psi,timing 12°,gutted cat my 82 5.1 0 to 60,1/4 mid/low 13s, doing it with the crossfire injection =priceless
@@Roadrunner-g3e I do, so I know the L98. 1st - The intake is a HUGE problem. Great torque and power up to 4500rpm, and then L98's lay over and die. 2nd - The heads were good in 1985. By 1997, they're terrible. Vortec heads blow them away, and LS heads are on another planet entirely. 3rd - The computer. Too old and too slow. 4th - Batch fire injectors. Ugh... All that, and the L98 is still better than the Crossfire. Toss the whole thing and start over.
May I say I love your channel and I love the fact that you own a 1984 Corvette. I had a 1998 Vette with many many electrical problems and now that I own a 1984 with only 59000 miles on it the thing runs as reliable as a mid 90s Honda Civic with just normal wear and tear stuff. Very reliable car
I have the renegade and it does give you the extra hp and you could install 2 inch throttle bodies. And adjust timing to 10 and make the fuel pressure adjustable and bump it up to 15 psi
Thanks for the tips. I won't have the money for the intake for quite some time so hopefully I'll remember.
After blowing up the perfectly good rebuilt Engine . Because of the crossfire 2 throttle body intake . I took it apart , the heads are made 4 m.p.g. not h.p. small valves and low compression . The engine was destroyed rod through the block . Money waisted big cam pop up pistons every thing
Crossfire w / small valves choked the life out of it .
@@jfisch I bought a c4 and it had a renegade on it already lol
Dude great stuff. As someone who's been in your position financially for a while, it can be frustrating to try to bankroll things when you only work summers. I'd recommend just enjoying it stock as much as you can, making a plan and budget, and budget for breakdowns.
Yeah. This past summer I didn't budget quite enough money for breakdowns but I worked more than I expected to and ended up with enough money.
@@jfisch save it 4 when it breaks down , and it will . They all do if u keep it long enuf . Why spend money on stuff that u don't need . Save it 4 when it really needs something . That would be the best time to make upgrades and make it faster . I Got this 84 10 years ago and it had been rebuilt bored out heads milled ported , cam lifters you mame it . It still had the crossfire . I always had problems with the problems whole fuel system and computer controlled everything . U could be one of the lucky ones that don't have those issues .A lot of guys and girls say that it was a great car dependable and reliable . All say that they wish they never sold it . They smile when they talk about it and get sad when they talk about when they sold it " the best car they ever had . Worst then that the ones that wrecked there's . I'v dun that and let my tell it really sucks . So learn how to drive it the way it was designed
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All out sideways around corners wide open at the light next to one of those new mustang's u see all over . The next time u see one i of them old rich dudes in there new Vette's . a nother car that u see every 15 min. Smoke Him too , U will , Because he won't even race he's too worried about protecting his investment . He gets pleasure out of just sitting and smelling the new comfortable seats . He spends most of his Vet. Time washing cleaning and detailing . That's O.K. Too , try to keep it like brand new . Whenever I go to the local cars show we all park together . All Corvettes right up front . I meet a lot of Corvette guys and see old friends . Unless they've never seen new Vet. they walk right past the new one and check out My custom Corvette to see what I did to it and complement on all the mods that were Done Right .
Go easier on yourself. You're not as stupid on engine knowledge as you think. Admitting that you don't know is an admirable trait. It let's viewers know that you're not bullshitting them. Keep with it and you'll keep learning.
Thanks. I was never able to get a good intake and I'm only home from college every few weeks so I don't really have time for the car. I just drive it as much as I can when I'm home. Maybe something will get done this summer.
Mine is stock except a better exhaust.fast enough for me
Sounding good is half the fun.
Same my 84 is very fast stock
Sorry for too much information I forgot where i was at . I'm on new crazy pain meds for a motorcycle accident . You guys R just looking for a little more power for your street rod . I am a retired Race Car Driver . i crashed the R.C. it had a fresh engine super stock , 500 hp. When i needed a Engine 4 the vet I put it in . It was a lot of work lots of money and I probably wouldn't do it again . I have too much time and $ in it to ever sell it .Its like I'm married to it . It's a love hate relationship . I restor and rebuild Corvettes oun s few and work on them 4 fun lol . the 84 is a Beast , Hard to handle if any body doesn't like a 84 I will show them what's up.. it ran great with the crossfire . Now it's a crazy too fast hot rod . It uses up lots of gas and money .I havev to work on it all the time . Like some one said the most important thing is to have fun , hell ya it's fun .
It's probably best that's it's fun but not too fast considering I'm a teenager.
You are on the right track with most of what you want to do, the intake on the 84 was the biggest problem the heads were next, both didn't flow much passed 4,000 rpms. As for the renagade intake be careful about where you get it make sure about the return policy as DCS no longer makes them and who ever is making them now have a hit and miss quality from what i hear. The heads are 624 castings and are 76cc not 74. But any way there are plenty of after market heads to choose from nowadays so research, research, research before you buy. I think the cam you've picked is a little smaller then what I'd run but would be fine if you use 1.6 rockers. The first mod you should make is the fuel pump, use the 85 and bump up the fuel pressure to 14psi then set your timing to 12 degrees advanced. You will notice a difference with that alone.. have fun and try not to spend to much money...lol
Thank you so much for the info. I'm on several C4 forums on Facebook and have done more research online and everyone is saying the same thing you are. Thank you for not being one of those idiots who has no idea what they are talking about and saying I should just carb swap it.
What would be the point of having crossfire corvette if they put a carburetor on it? With the right parts and a little know how, they can run with any c4 out there. The crossfire corvette is worth more if kept that way. It's getting harder and harder to find one untouched. I have two myself and wouldn't trade them for anything newer just because of the cool factor. It's like telling someone that they should put a honda motor on their harley cuz it's faster..lol good luck and have fun.
Timothy Thomas exactly. It always hurts a little when I see someone ask how to do a carb swap. The Crossfire may not be the greatest injection system in the world but it can get to 350 hp on a top end rebuild which is all I’ll ever need.
Timothy Thomas I own an 84’ Vette aswell with 95k miles and i was wondering about making alittle more power without spending much more than 500.00 at the moment. i already have a manifold back magnaflow system but i have been hearing about using a better fuel pump? it would be great if you could provide a link to one and leave any other tips for making alittle power without going over 500.00 by too much. many thanks!
@@Hydra_Daily I just used a pump from a 85, you'll need to replace the plug at the pump it's different. Then bump up the fuel pressure to 14lbs then advance the timing to around 12 degrees. That's the easiest and cheapest, now it won't make much more then what it has now, but it should run smoother with better throttle response. The intake is the main problem with the crossfire, it doesn't flow. If you can port the intake great, if not i wouldn't pay someone to do it for you cost would be more then buying a renegade. You could pick up around 10 to 15hp with a hogged out factory intake or up to 25 or 30 with the renagade. I always tell people research before you do anything major, knowing how to do something yourself is always the cheapest. P.S. you could change the rocker arms from 1.5 to 1.6 also.
I am thinking about getting my hands on a 1984 corvette automatic equipped transmission it doesn't matter the color. Thanks for the list of performance parts when I get me one hopefully the middle of this summer. That way I can cruise the remainder of the summer all the way till the end of the fall with some music blasting and my hair blowing around or as much as a 44 year old man can have. P.S I have more hair than my little brother and my older brother they are balding really bad ha ha ha 😂
Haha that sounds great. After the past few months with my 4+3 I'd go with an auto as well. Maybe have a shift kit or a Hurst shifter put in it and it'd really be fun. One thing about this video is that it's a bit old and the Renegade isn't currently in production because the foundry was making bad units. You'll either be looking at waiting who knows how long, porting a stock intake, or switching injection systems.
First thing to do is get rid of the pos cross fire injection. I love that body style but the injection system was worst ever made by Chevy.
It hasn't broke down yet and it always fires right up so it's probably here to stay unless a money tree grows in my backyard and I can afford a nice LS swap.
Yo thx this actually helped alot it seems hard to find good info on these vettes. I'm 15 and trying to figure them out
Glad it was useful. Since I made the video I found out that the ports on the cylinder heads shouldn't be larger than 185cc unless you're going to a 383 stroker.
Could you share with Me too please.. IG @bojankalodjera
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Good video
Thank you. I'm glad you enjoyed the video.
I was always told i cant "MOD" my 84 out side of a chip which it has ive had the car for 10 years now and never really looked into this stuff have i beem getting bad info any one throw me some parts i could biy to put on it or somethings id absolutely love to have a little push in this old girl
I'd look at Corvette Forum for mod information. There's a lot of different info but once you're able to sort through it, you'll know what's right for you. Here's a link I have bookmarked on my browser. www.corvetteforum.com/forums/c3-tech-performance/4113213-cross-fire-cam-and-head-with-renegade-intake-opinions.html
Yes But you Can't just throw parts at it and hope they will stick .
@@eddaytona9629 well yea u gotta know the tolerances the computer will allow
@@suzukiryder7751 Isn't that what the chip is 4 the problem is getting fuel . 4 all the money u guys are talking about spending . Could used some where else making it handle better is more fun too. I put a Eddlebrock intake and Holly carb 4 around $500 . No chip ,no computer. No electronic fule injection .no pollution controls No catalytic converter no🚫AC🚫radeo🚫crossfire 🚫m.p.g.🚫💵💰
@@eddaytona9629 yea but nobody wants to put a carb on it.
The stock fuel pump is not gunna pump past 13-14 psi and at 100% duty cycle its gunna burn up.
Its not about the money its about having fun i dont give a shit if i end up spending 3000$ on this motor im not gunna put a carb on it just cause i can i already have a another car that has one i dont need 2, If i was gunna change anything like that it would be a different computer. Id imagine a few people here would agree it may cost more but thats not the point. Its about having fun and learning on a motor that people said u couldn't do nothing with the stock computer well many people have proven them wrong.
I may have come across a bit rude and i do apologize for that i dont mean to be its just theres nothing wrong with the car its just the computer really and were just trying to make it better but keep it CFI.
So your car has a manual trans? Didn’t realize they made a manual in 84
You could have the Doug Nash 4+3 on the 84-88 and then they brought in the 6 speed in 89. The 4+3 is good as long as you maintain the overdrive. If you don't do that you'll run into some expensive repairs a according to the forums. 😂
I got one to
Don't quote me on years and exactly what is what unless it's really important critical technical get a 2ns. Opinion always . 1968 was the first C3 Vt. It has the same as frame as Earlier models just the new Body style . Kind of like 84 but they had good engine's back then . Pretty much the same block and crank w,/flat top or pop up pistons . The heads had bigger valves , Port's , and more compression . The cam had higher lift and. Duration - stay open longer . Same with exhaust . Get more in then get it out quick . That was stock . About 100 horse + Vets had options for more if u spend the $ . They had a 327 with 375,hp. That would wind up quick . Some guys shift at 8,000rpm that makes factory ratings mis leading if they say ,300hp @5,000rpm .what is it at 8,ooo? If you had the Big bucks u could get a ,396, 427,or 454 depending on the year . Like 500 H.P. stock . Those are the cars that bring the most $ . I saw one in a barn it is a 1969 , 427 , 3 - 2,barel carbs 4 speed black and beautiful chiomb side pipes , convertible . ,,5,000 miles . He never drives it , it's just parked in the barn , Yes it is worth a lot of $ but what a shame kinda sad , my favorite car of all Time's Parked .To each his oun . There are a lot of 84's put a way like that with no miles . They trailer them to car shows and park then ? Just hang out and talk about it to any body that will listen . If thats what u want to do ok . I enjoy driving them . I allmost forgot I think u were saying that 84 first C4 is worth more? keep it original? History? The 68 stingray first year is Not as desirable as a , 69 . They Always have issues with the first year Just like ours . I wish it was worth a lot more money too . But if it was way too high priced I might not be able to afford it. I'm not one of them matching numbers guys . I Sold a 75 C3 ,4 speed . The guy asked me if the trans is matching #? . It was like 6" off the ground . I told him that i think it is , crawl under it and look if U want, Who is going to look and see,#™? 😯 Who Cares ?#$?
Idk. Probably quite a bit. 😂
getting an 84 on Thursday for a Christmas present for myself. Def going to mod it. so its been 5 years how did everything go with your mods and did you go through with it?
the car i am getting has 39900 miles on it whoot whoot!!
Well funny story I never got to do any of the mods. The Renegade intake was pulled from production so that put a halt to things. Also going to college and not being home haha. There's a lot of guys with heavily modified CFI motors on corvetteforum.com . My username there is James C4.
@@jfisch I think i am going to start with the first 5 mods people do on a couple videos new air filter removed the smog canister and stuff like that. then i might get into the more complex stuff later basically do the 50 horsepower upgrade for around 500 bucks the new chip and stuff
@@justinbabula6730 the hypertech chips don't do much. Some guys on the forums got slower with them. I'd recommend the EBL Flash 2. Mine just came in. Got it from xfireperformance.com . It's time consuming to learn but definitely worth being able to tune on your laptop. Tons of info on the forums.
@@jfisch i just got the car in my front yard sucks that its winter. I am going to start ordering parts tomorrow and i can afford to do 800 bucks a month the least. starting with the inside and working out because i don't want new parts like suspension to rust before its done doing interior first then painting it then doing everything on the out side
I got a 84 corvette as well with a 90s style body in it message me if anyone is selling parts lol I could use all the help I could get to rebuild it brand new again
Hey I own an 84 too. I got it when I was 15 now I’m almost 19. Do you have Instagram or something? I can tell you some mods I have done and will be doing.
That's awesome. I would love to hear what mods you've done. My Instagram is @jafischer12
Hello, can you message me on insta? I have an 84 vette looking to mod it before i debate ab an LS swap. @samgilbert5.7
You know they say, you cant fix "stupid"---- so unless you want to turn out like boy racer down the street with the winged honda prelude--- your gonna want to become "An Engine Nerd" as you put it and start learning your shit. Buy any pos 350 on craiglist and take it apart. Soooo many free videos on engine building. You have a good head on your shoulders and your young. Watch the movie "Hotrod 1979" --- and soon you'll realize--- you may have been born into the godawful millennial-hood... but you don't have to live it. Hell, if you start now, by the time your 30- your car will probably be running like mine. Just don't knock up any bitches! ;)
I've learned quite a bit and I definitely don't plan on that last part. Haha.
@@jfisch right on brother! Keep the torch burning
You corvette no problem boitier électronique ecm
Engine mods? Just don't. You're throwing money down a pit. Keep the car running and drivable until you can afford to ditch the SBC for an LS. A junkyard 5.3 will cost less than the Renegade intake alone and out-power the L83, dead stock.
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@@jfisch Not kidding. Giving you pearls of wisdom here. I have an '85 L98 car. Throwing money at a 230hp motor like mine for performance reasons is a total waste. Now... a 5.3 or a 6.0 LS with some time searching for the right parts and some learning will reward you nicely on a dollar/hp basis, and at the end of the day you will have a much, much faster car.
Renegade intake,$550,comp cam 252ah $200, fuel pressure 14psi,timing 12°,gutted cat my 82 5.1 0 to 60,1/4 mid/low 13s, doing it with the crossfire injection =priceless
@@drm9397 you have a L98 1985
@@Roadrunner-g3e I do, so I know the L98. 1st - The intake is a HUGE problem. Great torque and power up to 4500rpm, and then L98's lay over and die. 2nd - The heads were good in 1985. By 1997, they're terrible. Vortec heads blow them away, and LS heads are on another planet entirely. 3rd - The computer. Too old and too slow. 4th - Batch fire injectors. Ugh... All that, and the L98 is still better than the Crossfire. Toss the whole thing and start over.